Why Your Gift Matters
SPARC is the only nonprofit in Virginia providing community-integrated day programs specifically designed for adults with severe and multiple disabilities. We exist because families created us when there was no other option.
Since 2006, SPARC has survived on an unstable combination of modest participant payments, private donations, and grants. All of our participants live below the federal poverty line. Your donation directly supports:
- ✓ Daily programming for adults who have nowhere else to turn
- ✓ Need-based scholarships ensuring access regardless of ability to pay
- ✓ Expansion to serve more adults across Virginia
- ✓ Specialized staff trained in supporting complex needs
- ✓ Community integration activities that build belonging
SPARC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
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Donate NowYour Impact
Every dollar you give goes directly to supporting adults with disabilities. Here's what your gift can do:
Stock a day of materials that make learning, creating, and practicing skills possible
Power a structured life skills class that builds real-world confidence
Make an inclusive community outing possible for 10 people, creating connection and belonging
Sponsor a month of Zumba for 30 participants
Cover one month of SPARC attendance, ensuring structure, support, and growth
Sponsor a full year of daily SPARC attendance, delivering consistent support and life-changing momentum
Ways to Give
There are many ways to support SPARC's mission
Donor Recognition
We're grateful for supporters at every level
Friend
- Newsletter subscription
- Recognition in annual report
Supporter
- All Friend benefits
- Invitation to donor events
- Center tour invitation
Champion
- All Supporter benefits
- Recognition at events
- Personal update from staff
Visionary
- All Champion benefits
- Named recognition opportunity
- Annual meeting with leadership
Virginia, not indigent families and private donors, is responsible for ensuring and funding integrated day services for people with significant disabilities. SPARC is now carrying a state obligation on the backs of families least able to bear it.
2025
An Evening to SPARCle
Join us each year for our signature fundraising event - An Evening to SPARCle. This elegant evening brings together participants, families, staff, donors, and community leaders to celebrate our impact and raise funds for the year ahead.
The event features raffles, entertainment, and heartfelt stories from the SPARC community. It's our largest fundraising event of the year.
Interested in attending or sponsoring?
Register NowEvery Gift Makes a Difference
Your support enables SPARC to continue providing essential services to adults who have nowhere else to turn.
